Events Calendar

Week of April 22 - April 29, 2012

Calendar
Monday, April 23, 2012

Free Classes in the Park

Discover the varieties of birds that call Bryant Park home during the migratory season with guided tours.

Presented in partnership with New York City Audubon Society.

 
Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Free Classes in the Park

Take a stab at the modern sport of fencing with masters from Manhattan Fencing Center.

No prior experience needed and equipment is provided.

Call 212-382-2255 to pre-register or take a chance and drop by.

 

Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons in the park. All skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Equipment is provided.

 
Thursday, April 26, 2012

Celebrate poetry in style as Bryant Park host schools of poets at the city's tenth annual Poem in Your Pocket Day. Hear the next generation of poets tell you what's on their mind.

Featuring:

Emcee: Daniel Kitrosser
DJ: Flip Bundles
NYC Youth Poet Laureate: Ishmael Islam

Guest Poet: Mahogany Browne

Music by: Aurora Barnes

Produced in cooperation with the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, New York City Department of Education, New York City Voter Assistance Commission, Community Word Project, Writopia Lab, UrbanWordNYC, and the Office of the Mayor.

 

Free Classes in the Park

Discover the varieties of birds that call Bryant Park home during the migratory season with guided tours.

Presented in partnership with New York City Audubon Society.

 
Saturday, April 28, 2012

Free Classes in the Park

Learn the basics of fly fishing for free.

Join expert instructors from Orvis for lessons on fly casting and outfit rigging. Class spaces are first come, first served. Call 212-827-0698 to reserve your spot.

April 21 & 28
May 5, 12 & 26
June 2, 16, 23 & 30

 

Free Classes in the Park

Kick off the season with free classes and a continuous demonstration of Tai Chi to celebrate this global holiday. Presented by the Tai Chi Chuan Center.

 
Petanque

Pétanque

Pétanque is a French game of "boules" played in the park. Try your hand after a free lesson from La Boule New Yorkaise.

Learn more about Pétanque in Bryant Park
Ping Pong

Ping Pong at The Tables

The Tables are located in the northwest corner of the park, and equipment is provided free of charge.

Give The Tables a spin